Maker Central

By admin, Wed, 09/16/2026 - 04:00

Join us for our 3D Printer Orientation!

This orientation session will introduce participants to 3D printing services in the library. Those who complete the class will then be able to request time to use a 3D printer at HCPL branches, at which time they will complete a short machine-specific orientation at the location of their choice. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a 3D printer.

By admin, Tue, 09/15/2026 - 01:00

This orientation session will introduce participants to 3D printing services within the Harris County Public Library system. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule a time to use a 3D printer at HCPL locations, during which time they will complete a short machine-specific orientation at the location of their choice. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Attendees will receive 3D Printer and Lulzbot Mini 2 (machine) badges in Beanstack upon completion of orientation.

By admin, Sat, 09/12/2026 - 16:00

*This event is for adults only* Join us one Monday each month to make a new craft using items and techniques from the Innovation Lab. For this month's project, we will be learning how to make custom sublimated Halloween stickers using the Cricut and Heat Press.

*Supplies are limited; registration is required.

This program will take place in the Meeting Room on the first floor.

By admin, Thu, 09/10/2026 - 22:00

Join us for our 3D Printer Orientation!

This orientation session will instruct participants on using the 3D printer in the library . Those who complete the class will then be able to request time to use a 3D printer at HCPL branches, at which time they will complete a short machine-specific orientation at the location of their choice. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a 3D printer. Attendees will receive the 3D printer and Dremel 3D45 badges in Beanstack upon completion of orientation.

By admin, Tue, 09/08/2026 - 19:00

Get Creative with Cricut! This orientation session will introduce participants to Cricut machine capabilities, operation, and use. Completion of this orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the Cricut at Harris County Public Library.

  • This class is appropriate for ages 8 and up.
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult during orientation and appointments.

We will meet in the Meeting Room on the 1st Floor.


By admin, Thu, 09/03/2026 - 07:00

This orientation session will introduce participants to 3D printing services within the Harris County Public Library system. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the 3D printer.

This class is appropriate for ages 10 and up. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

We will meet in the Meeting Room on the 1st Floor.

Registration is required.

By admin, Thu, 09/03/2026 - 04:00

This orientation session will introduce participants to laser cutter services within the Harris County Public Library system. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule a time to use a laser cutter at HCPL maker locations. This class is appropriate for patrons ages 12 and up. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Registration is required and space is limited!

By admin, Tue, 09/01/2026 - 04:00

Join us for our Cricut orientation!

This orientation session will instruct participants on using the Cricut in the library. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule time to use a Cricut at HCPL branches, at which time they will complete a short machine-specific orientation at the location of their choice. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a Cricut. Attendees will receive the Cricut and Cricut Explore Air 2 badges in Beanstack upon completion of orientation.